Code of honor Quote by Adam M. Grant
““Meyer summarizes his code of honor as “(1) Show up. (2) Work hard. (3) Be kind. (4) Take the high road.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Give and Take, 2013
The code of honor emphasizes showing up, working hard, being kind, and taking the high road as core principles for personal and professional integrity.
In simple terms: Show up, work hard, be kind, choose the high road.
Key Takeaway
Live by these four principles.
Themes
integrity
kindness
hard work
ethics
leadership
Mood
inspirational
pragmatic
thoughtful
Type
professional
ethical
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- career development
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
organizational behavior
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is taking the high road hardest?
- How do you balance kindness with assertiveness?
A Different Perspective
High road choices can be costly or unpopular.
